Community Relations
For Immediate Release
Januray 17, 2012
Contact:
Cass Cannon
Community Relations Specialist
Charlottesville City Schools
434-245-2962
Cass Cannon@ccs.k12.va.us
Media Release
Life after High School Transition Conference and Resource Fair
PREP/Parent Resource Center, in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education T/TAC, will sponsor a free conference and resource fair for students with disabilities and their parents. Community members, educators, and agencies are welcome to attend.
The conference will take place on Saturday, February 25, 2012, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Parent Resource Center/Ivy Creek School Building, 225 Lambs Lane, Charlottesville, and will highlight issues such as So You’re 18 – Legal Rights and Responsibilities, Transition 101, Postsecondary Education, Vocational /Employment Options and Supports, and Independent Living and more. There will be a student-only session addressing Self-Determination taking place throughout the day.
The morning- only resource fair will provide participants an opportunity to meet with local agencies and organizations that provide services and support for young adults. Lunch is provided with pre-registration, giving parents an opportunity to network with each other.
For more information call (434) 975-9400 ext. 68032 or email sblech@k12albemarle.org . To learn more about transition: www.lifeafterhs.org
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